Engineering Data Analyst

Paycom - ATS; Graham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

PTO 12 days annually and paid holidays

Life Insurance

DCSA

Job summary

Alamance Foods Inc. is seeking a Data Analyst – Manufacturing & Engineering to analyze operational data, build datasets, and deliver actionable insights that optimize manufacturing performance and cost.

You will partner with plant teams and engineering stakeholders to support decision-making across facilities in Burlington, NC. The role emphasizes data validation, dashboard development (Power BI preferred), and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Finance to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, data science, or related field required.
• Experience with data cleaning, validation, and integration.
• Ability to translate business needs into data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data across Manufacturing & Engineering to identify trends and risks.
• Develop dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs (Power BI preferred).
• Support CAPEX ROI, cost tracking and ROI analyses for capital projects.
• Collaborate with plant teams to implement data-driven improvements.
• Present findings to leadership and cross-functional partners.

Skills

SQL

Python

Power BI

Data analysis

ETL

Data modeling

Education

Data Science Bachelor's degree

Statistics or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Company BackgroundAlamance Foods is recognized as a leading manufacturer of aerosol whipped cream, flavored drinks, freeze pops, and bottled water, offering beloved brands like Classic Cream, Fun Pops, Coffee Toppers, Whipt, and Groovy Glacier. We produce, pack, and ship private labels based on customer-specific needs. An innovative company with proven experience in creating exciting new products that redefine what is possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.Why Join Alamance Foods? What We OfferMedical, Dental & Vision Benefits (eligible the 1st of the month following 60 days)Life InsuranceDependent Care Spending Account (DCSA)Paid Time Off (PTO): 12 days annuallyPaid HolidaysCareer Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesProfessional Development and MentorshipSupportive and Collaborative Team EnvironmentEmployee-focused culture with long-term stabilityPosition OpportunityAlamance Foods is seeking a motivated Data Analyst – Manufacturing & Engineering to support data-driven decision-making across manufacturing and engineering operations. In this hands-on, onsite role, you will partner with plant teams and engineering stakeholders to analyze operational data, improve processes, and deliver actionable insights that enhance manufacturing performance, optimize costs, and support strategic business decisions.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesManufacturing & Engineering Data AnalysisAnalyze and manage data across the Engineering Department, including:Maintenance and equipment performanceFacility operationsEnvironmental systems (wastewater, chemicals, utilities, greenhouse gas emissions)Packaging and production processesIdentify trends, risks, and opportunities using operational and engineering data.Perform data cleaning, validation, and integration across multiple data sources.Build and maintain datasets for ongoing reporting and analysis.Translate business and engineering requirements into actionable data-driven insights.Capital Projects & Financial AnalysisSupport CAPEX project analysis, including:Cost trackingBudget versus actual analysisReturn on Investment (ROI)Payback period analysisDevelop financial models supporting new equipment purchases and process improvement initiatives.Continuous ImprovementPartner with Engineering and Operations teams to:Understand manufacturing processes and data flows.Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.Recommend process improvements based on analytical findings.Reporting & Business IntelligenceDevelop dashboards and reports using Power BI (preferred) or similar visualization tools.Track and report:Operational KPIsUtility usage and cost trendsWastewater and chemical usageMaintenance performance metricsPresent findings to engineering leadership and operational stakeholders.Education/TrainingBachelor's degree required in one of the following:Data ScienceData AnalyticsBusiness AnalyticsMathematicsStatisticsComputer Science or related analytical disciplineMaster's degree preferred.ExperienceExperience working with operational, production, manufacturing, or engineering data preferred.Experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or food manufacturing environments preferred.Experience developing dashboards and business intelligence reporting.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesTechnical SkillsProficiency in SQLPython programmingMicrosoft Excel and Microsoft Office SuiteData analysis, modeling, validation, and cleansingPower BI (preferred) or TableauWorking with large datasets and relational databasesTechnical KnowledgeData warehousing conceptsETL processes and data pipelinesDatabase structures and fundamentalsBasic understanding of cloud platformsERP systemsExposure to Snowflake is a plusProfessional SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent organizational and project management skillsAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical audiencesStrong collaboration skills across Engineering, Operations, Finance, and LeadershipAbility to simplify complex data into practical business solutionsHands-on mindset with willingness to work in a manufacturing environmentKey CompetenciesData AnalyticsManufacturing AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceFinancial AnalysisContinuous ImprovementDashboard DevelopmentCross-Functional CollaborationCritical ThinkingData VisualizationProcess OptimizationCommunication & Presentation SkillsWork EnvironmentThis position is based onsite in Burlington, North Carolina, and requires regular interaction with manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and operational teams.The role includes both office-based analytical work and time spent in production environments to understand manufacturing processes, validate operational data, and support continuous improvement initiatives.Impact of the RoleImprove manufacturing efficiency through actionable data insights.Increase visibility into operational performance through reporting and dashboards.Support engineering and operations with accurate financial and operational analysis.Improve capital project decision-making through ROI and cost analysis.Enhance continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven recommendations.Support business growth by improving the quality, accessibility, and reliability of operational data.Equal Opportunity & Employment EligibilityAlamance Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees upon request.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States through E-Verify.